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name · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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name

Meaning 1

A formulaic name that is substituted for that of a person whose name or identity is not known, or not relevant; typically used when exhibiting an example.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: British, English

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History

Etymology

From another, punctuating the initials and surname.